Tour Overview
If you want to discovered the undiscovered and least visited places in Sri Lanka with more interesting sightseeing activities, this tour will be a perfect choice for you. You will enjoy some interesting visits to local villages, national parks, monasteries and enjoy land master rides, train journeys, boat rides and many more sightseeing activities during this tour. This tour will give you a real-life experience of a Sri Lankan and make you feel very comfortable with community and the environment. The different lodging facilities available during this tour is also one of the highlights.
Highlights
- Day 1 : local factors but a range will always be offered, including: picnic trips, temple visits, bird watching walks, nature trails, lake kayaking, local historical sights and cooking lessons.
- Day 2=25-ii1
Itinerary
You will be picked up from airport or your hotel in Colombo, Negombo and Mount Lavinia and driven to Mud house (approx. 2 hours drive)
All locally guided excursions and activities for the duration of the stay are provided free of charge. These may change depending on the season or other local factors but a range will always be offered, including: picnic trips, temple visits, bird watching walks, nature trails, lake kayaking, local historical sights and cooking lessons.
Overnight stay at the Mudhouse. Your stay is on Full board basis
After breakfast, you will be able to enjoy some exciting activities with the Mudhouse crew.
Enjoy Lunch, dinner and overnight at the Mudhouse.
After breakfast, you will be taken to Wasgamuwa National Park which is one of the least visited national parks in Sri Lanka. The Wasgamuwa National Park has a history of being the place to observe the Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and still remains a haven for these highly endangered animals, though sightings are very rare. It is also noted for its diversity in terms of flora and fauna.
On arrival you can check in to Lavendish Wasgamuwa Safari lodge.
In the afternoon you will be able to enjoy a safari at the National Park. You will observe the natural wilderness of Wasgamuwa National Park in all its raging glory, untamed beauty, and unmatchable splendor during this safari experience.
Overnight stay at Lavendish Wasgamuwa Safari lodge. Your stay is on Half board basis
Wake up early and have your breakfast before starting the morning safari by Boat. Enjoy the only experience in Sri Lanka that allows you to spot wildlife from the water. It’s a unique way to immerse yourself in the animals’ habitats. With a little luck you could spot elephants swimming between islands or bathing at the lake’s edge. A 2-3 hour safari by boat, and a scenic 40 minute drive from the lodge to the lake is perfect to explore the national park and surrounding villages.
Arrive back to your hotel and proceed to Tree tops Jungle lodge in Buttala.
Overnight stay at Tree tops Jungle lodge. Your stay is on Half board basis
After breakfast, you will be taken to the Mirissa kade junction where you can start your journey to a village with a land master ride.
10:00: Reach to the Chena and you will be provided traditional welcome drink before proceeding with Chena activities. Here you may have the opportunity to pluck fresh vegetables by your own for the lunch.
11:00: You can do a boat safari in nearby lake, which enables you to enjoy the views of birds and wild animals around the lake while enjoying a child beer / Fruit Juice
12:30: Experience Sri Lankan village lunch at mud house with curd for dessert.
13:30: You can Plant a tree as your environmental contribution. The tree will be looked after by us to make sure that it becomes a part of the beautiful nature in the area.
14:00: There is a small hike which will bring you to a viewpoint, where you will see the whole area of the village and experience your herbal tea from there.
16:00: Come back to the lake and view the sunset for a while.
17:00: You will be taken back to the lodge.
Overnight stay at Tree tops Jungle lodge. Your stay is on Half board basis
After breakfast, you will start your walking trail in the village of Belihuloya with your guide. You will walk through beautiful paddy fields and the friendly welcoming breeze that blow through. (Unpaved muddy path and possible leech bites can be expected). Meet the villagers here, peep into their lives and learn their living style and also you can have a chat with them enjoying a snack. You will spend the afternoon at leisure. Late afternoon, your guide will take you through another memorable walking trail to a waterfall in the property premises. Tranquil dip in this natural rock pool. No harsh chemicals, just you, pure mountain water and natural stone. This is a marvelous creation of nature! (Involves a somewhat adventurous, challenging short climb walks) In the evening you will enjoy your BBQ dinner at roof terrace. Overnight stay at Tree House Chalets. Your stay is on Half board basis
After breakfast, you will be driven to Colombo or airport for your flight back home.
Trip includes
Included
8 nights’ accommodation as per the itinerary
Service of an English-Speaking chauffeur guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
As per the itinerary
Transportation by an Airconditioned vehicle
Pick up and drop off from Colombo, Negombo, Mount Lavinia and airport.
Entrance fee to Wasgamuwa National Park, Galoya National Park
Cost of jeep hires, nature trekking, village trekking and hiking
Cost of train journey from Ella to Haputale
All Government Taxes
Excluded
International flights are not included
Insurance are not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities (recommended)
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Book the tour by paying only 25% upfront, and settle the remaining amount 30 days before the tour departure.
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